Ranch It Up Radio Show & Podcast
Ranching, Cattle, Cowboys, Rodeo, Markets, and the Western Way of Life. Hosts Tigger & BEC, Jeff Erhardt and Rebecca Wanner, focus on Rural America. Heard on SiriusXM RFD-TV Rural Radio, Public AM/FM Radio, as a Podcast or YouTube. Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world, providing the cowboys, cowgirls & successful farmers with the knowledge needed to bring high-quality beef to your table for dinner.
Ranching, Cattle, Cowboys, Rodeo, Markets, and the Western Way of Life. Hosts Tigger & BEC, Jeff Erhardt and Rebecca Wanner, focus on Rural America. Heard on SiriusXM RFD-TV Rural Radio, Public AM/FM Radio, as a Podcast or YouTube. Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world, providing the cowboys, cowgirls & successful farmers with the knowledge needed to bring high-quality beef to your table for dinner.
Ranching, Cattle, Cowboys, Rodeo, Markets and the Western Way of Life
Rural America is the center stage of
Hosted by Award-Winning broadcaster
Jeff ’Tigger’ Erhardt & the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner ’BEC’!
Every week Tigger & BEC and the “Ranch It Up” crew dig into the latest news in ranching, cattle, farming, food, cowboys, rodeo, and markets,
and share insights into the Western way of life.
Guests from all sectors of animal and food production divulge tips, ideas, strategies and along with humorous stories of those people who live at the end of dirt roads.
This talented couple, are each PRCA-certified members with titles including Professional Rodeo Announcer and Music Directors; aiding in the production of top-notch rodeos and offering play by play to interviews, and more.
Both Tigger & BEC were raised on multi-generational ranches,
and continue to ranch to this day.
This duo relates and engages with Rural America in all aspects simply because...
Tigger & BEC Live This Western Lifestyle.
Call or Text your questions, comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
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Website: RanchItUpShow.com
Learn more about Jeff ’Tigger’ Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka ’BEC’ here: TiggerandBEC.com
Tigger & BEC are available for hire on numerous avenues. From business and communications consulting to sales management and Tigger is a licensed auctioneer. They are also known as excellent public speakers, emcees, and entertainers sharing humorous stories to acting as the host couple for your event or convention. Contact today for a media kit!
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Episodes

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It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff “Tigger” Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they talk about a new product from Purina Animal Nutrition to help with reproductive health in the herd. Plus, the latest news from cow country, upcoming sales, market recaps and lots more wrapped in this new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
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Beef Cattle News
Tyson Foods Partners With American Ranchers to Expand Beef Production
Tyson Foods is partnering with a group of American ranchers to strengthen the domestic cattle supply and support the future of its beef business.
The partnership is with Allied Beef Company, a consortium representing American ranchers.
As part of the agreement, Tyson plans to fully reopen the second production shift at its Amarillo, Texas, beef plant by the summer of 2027.
Tyson moved the Amarillo facility to a single shift last November, following the closure of its Lexington, Nebraska, plant.
Tyson says the partnership is designed to create new opportunities for ranchers, strengthen beef production, and provide a more reliable supply of high-quality beef.
The company has not yet released details about how the partnership will work or how participating ranchers will be compensated.
Wall Street analysts say the agreement could be positive for Tyson's beef business by giving the company better insight into cattle supplies, improving plant scheduling, and increasing production efficiency.
Analysts also point to the reopening of Mexican cattle crossings, which could help provide additional cattle as Tyson brings more processing capacity back online.
REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/tyson-announces-rancher-partnership-expansion-of-beef-capacity-at-amarillo/
Federal Appeals Court Hears Challenge to Texas Cultivated Meat Ban
A federal appeals court is considering a legal challenge to Texas’ ban on cultivated meat, also known as lab-grown meat.
Two California companies, Wildtype and UPSIDE Foods, are challenging a Texas law that prohibits the sale of cultivated salmon and chicken for human consumption through September 2027.
The companies argue the ban is unconstitutional because it limits competition from out-of-state businesses and protects traditional livestock producers. They also say federal regulators have already reviewed their products for safety.
Texas disagrees, arguing the temporary ban applies to all businesses and gives the state time to evaluate potential health risks from the emerging technology.
A three-judge panel with the Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals heard arguments Wednesday but has not announced when it will issue a decision.
For now, the Texas ban remains in place while the legal battle continues.
REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/appeals-court-weighs-challenge-to-state-cultivated-meat-ban/
McDonald’s Faces Lawsuit Over McRib Sandwich Ingredients
A federal judge is allowing a lawsuit against McDonald’s to move forward over claims that the company misled customers about what’s actually in its McRib sandwich.
The lawsuit claims the sandwich’s name, shape, advertising and price lead customers to believe it contains actual pork rib meat.
Four consumers filed the lawsuit, arguing the boneless pork patties are made with less expensive cuts of pork rather than rib meat.
McDonald’s denies misleading customers, saying the McRib contains 100% pork from U.S. farmers and suppliers.
The company also argues that customers should not assume the sandwich contains a specific cut of pork.
The judge ruled that the lawsuit can move forward, noting that consumer surveys found most respondents expected the McRib to contain rib meat.
However, the ruling does not mean McDonald’s has been found guilty of deceptive advertising. The plaintiffs still have to prove their claims, and the lawsuit has not yet been approved as a class-action case.
REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/mcdonalds-must-face-lawsuit-over-mcribs-lack-of-rib-meat/
Beef Packer Margins Turn Negative for First Time in 11 Weeks
Beef packer margins turned negative last week for the first time in 11 weeks, according to Sterling Marketing’s Beef Profit Tracker.
Packer margins averaged a loss of about $3.65 per head. Even though cattle costs declined, the choice beef cutout also slipped, falling one dollar to an average of $370.82 per hundredweight.
Packing plant utilization averaged 83 percent for the week, slightly below the previous week's 83.4 percent.
Cattle feeders also faced bigger losses. Unhedged feeding margins dropped another $100 per head, averaging a loss of more than $328 per head.
That came as feeder cattle breakeven prices averaged $247 per hundredweight, while steer prices fell four dollars to $223.65.
The last time packer margins were negative was in mid-August, when losses averaged about $142 per head.
REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/beef-packer-margins-return-to-red-despite-cheaper-cattle/
U.S. Beef Imports Climb 17.5 Percent as South American Supplies Grow
U.S. beef imports continue to climb, with imports up 17.5 percent during the first nine months of 2026 compared to a year ago. That’s according to Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist Derrell Peel.
Australia remains the largest source of imported beef, accounting for nearly 23 percent of the total. Brazil is second at almost 21 percent, followed by Canada, Mexico and New Zealand.
Overall, U.S. beef imports have increased nearly 75 percent since 2023, but where that beef is coming from has changed significantly.
South America is gaining market share. Imports from Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina and Paraguay now account for nearly 35 percent of total U.S. beef imports, compared to about 20 percent in 2023. Total imports from those countries have increased more than 200 percent in four years.
September imports were especially strong, jumping nearly 50 percent from a year earlier. Imports from South America alone increased almost 377 percent.
September was also the first month of a special tariff-free beef import program announced by the Trump administration.
However, Peel says the additional imports from Brazil and Paraguay were much smaller than the amount allowed under the program. The increase accounted for only about 24 percent of the available tariff-free allocation.
Peel says recent trade policy changes appear to be having a bigger impact on which countries supply America's imported beef than on the overall volume of beef coming into the United States.
REFERENCE: https://www.dvbeefwire.com/peel-u-s-beef-imports-and-evolving-global-markets
Bull & Heifer Sale Dates & Deadlines
November 14: JYJ Red Angus Production Sale, Columbia, Alabama
December 9: Gill Red Angus, Timber Lake, South Dakota
December 22: Mar Mac Farms Dispersal Sale, Brandon, Manitoba
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Heather Hilger – Purina Animal Nutritionhttps://www.purinamills.com/
Follow on Facebook: @PurinaLivestock
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:
Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp
Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.
Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
EquineMarket.Com: https://www.equinemarket.com/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com
LivestockMarket.Com: https://www.livestockmarket.com/
RanchChannel.Com: https://ranchchannel.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Sire Buyer: https://www.sirebuyer.com/
Superior Livestock: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
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JBS Reports Sharp Drop & Bred Cow Sales
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It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
JBS Reports Sharp Drop in Third-Quarter Profits Despite Improvement in North American Beef
JBS is reporting a 72% drop in third-quarter profits, as weaker results in its poultry, pork and international beef operations offset improving performance in its North American beef business.
The company reported net income of 164 million dollars, down from 581 million dollars a year ago. Revenue, however, increased 1% to 22.7 billion dollars.
JBS Beef North America showed signs of recovery, posting 21 million dollars in adjusted earnings, compared with a 46-million-dollar loss during the same quarter last year. Revenue also increased more than 4% to 7.56 billion dollars.
The company credited the improvement to stronger beef demand, adjustments in processing capacity and the reopening of key U.S.-Mexico cattle crossings. Operating margins also improved, moving from negative 2.9% in July to positive 3.9% in September.
However, other divisions struggled. JBS's pork business saw earnings fall 83%, while Pilgrim's Pride reported a 40% decline in adjusted earnings. JBS's Brazilian beef operations also faced pressure from higher cattle prices and reduced exports to China.
Overall, JBS reported a 167-million-dollar cash-flow loss for the quarter, compared with positive cash flow of 384 million dollars a year ago.
REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/jbs-profits-plunge-despite-improving-us-beef-margins/
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar. Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
https://jorgensenfarms.com/
@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
https://ranchchannel.com/
@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup
Website: RanchItUpShow.com
https://ranchitupshow.com/
The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.
https://ranchitup.podbean.com/
Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/
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Nov 8, 2026
Nov 8, 2026
27 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff “Tigger” Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear the latest cattle industry news, market reports, the ranch channel sales calendar and some elite ranch jobs available and lots more wrapped in this new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Cattle Market Reports
Recent cattle markets dipped following increased imports of beef and the latest cattle on feed report. Listen in for the latest.
Beef Cattle News
Beef Cow Culling Falls To Record Low, But Herd Rebuilding Remains Slow
The U.S. beef cow herd is showing signs of stabilization, but rebuilding is still taking time.
According to livestock economist Derrell Peel, beef cow culling is expected to fall to a record low of 7.35% this year. That's down from a record high of 13.19% in 2022. Beef cow slaughter is also expected to be down more than 48% compared to 2022.
However, producers have been slow to hold back replacement heifers.
USDA reported an increase of just over 41,000 replacement heifers in January and 100,000 in July.
Peel says at least 200,000 additional replacement heifers may be needed next year just to maintain the current cow herd.
There are some encouraging signs. Heifer slaughter was down more than 11% during the first nine months of the year, suggesting more producers may finally be holding back heifers for breeding.
REFERENCE: https://www.dvbeefwire.com/u-s-cattle-report
New World Screwworm Cases Jump Sharply In October
New World screwworm cases increased sharply in October.
According to USDA data, there were 35 confirmed animal infestations in October, compared to just three in September.
The outbreak has continued into November, with 11 additional cases reported since Sunday. That brings the total to 90 confirmed cases across Texas, New Mexico and Arizona since June.
Of those cases, 33 remain active and 57 are inactive.
Recent detections include cattle in Brewster and Zapata counties in Texas, cattle in Catron County, New Mexico, and a horse in Cochise County, Arizona.
USDA has also confirmed five wild screwworm fly detections through its trapping program, including four during October.
Animal movement restrictions remain in place in affected areas as officials work to contain the parasite and protect livestock.
REFERENCE: https://www.dvbeefwire.com/u-s-cattle-report
New Vaccine Could Help Protect Cattle From New World Screwworm
Ranchers may soon have another tool to help protect their cattle from New World screwworm.
The Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research and Medgene are investing nearly $500,000 to develop and test a potential vaccine.
The vaccine is designed to trigger an immune response in cattle that prevents screwworm larvae from feeding on living tissue and completing their life cycle.
Researchers are currently vaccinating cattle and studying the vaccine’s safety and effectiveness. If successful, the next step would be field testing.
New World screwworm larvae enter wounds and feed on the living tissue of animals. Without treatment, infestations can cause serious injuries and even death.
Researchers say there is no single solution to stopping screwworm. Protecting livestock will require a combination of prevention, regular monitoring and effective control methods.
A vaccine could be especially helpful for large ranches where cattle are spread across wide areas and checking every animal can be challenging.
The vaccine would also complement existing control efforts, including programs that release sterile flies to reduce screwworm populations.
REFERENCE: https://texasfarmbureau.org/researchers-developing-vaccine-to-protect-cattle-from-nws/
FDA Authorizes Bravecto For Emergency Treatment Of Screwworm In Dogs
The FDA has issued an emergency authorization allowing Bravecto to be used to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs.
The agency says most dogs in the United States remain at low risk because confirmed cases are limited to specific geographic areas.
However, dogs living in, traveling to, or returning from affected areas should be watched closely for signs of infestation. Those signs include visible maggots or foul-smelling wounds.
The FDA says available scientific evidence suggests Bravecto may be effective against screwworm, and its potential benefits outweigh the risks when used as authorized.
Bravecto is already approved for certain flea and tick treatments in dogs and puppies. Its active ingredient is fluralaner.
However, the FDA warns that the medication can cause neurological side effects in some animals, including muscle tremors, loss of coordination and seizures.
The medication will only be available by prescription through a licensed veterinarian.
The emergency authorization was issued to Intervet, Merck's U.S. animal health division.
REFERENCE: https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/merck-gets-us-fda-emergency-use-nod-treatment-screwworm-dogs-2026-11-03/
First U.S. Bird Flu Death Reported In 2026
Washington health officials have confirmed the first reported U.S. death from bird flu in 2026.
The Yakima County resident died Sunday after contracting H5N1 avian influenza following exposure to infected dairy cattle.
Since October 8, officials have reported 33 infected dairy herds in Yakima County and three human infections linked to dairy exposure.
The CDC says the risk to the general public remains low. There is also no documented human-to-human transmission in the United States.
REFERENCE: https://www.dvbeefwire.com/u-s-cattle-report
Bird Flu Detected In Indiana Dairy Herd
USDA has confirmed bird flu in an Indiana dairy herd for the first time.
That makes Indiana the 21st state to report H5N1 infections in dairy cattle since the outbreak began in March of 2024.
The infection was discovered through routine milk testing. State and federal animal health officials are conducting additional testing and surveillance.
REFERENCE: https://www.dvbeefwire.com/u-s-cattle-report
USDA Awards Millions To Meat Processors
USDA is investing nearly $4 million in meat processing expansion projects in Kansas.
Ten Kansas processors will receive grants, including $2 million for Plainview Beef Company in Peabody to expand its processing capacity.
In Iowa, two processors will receive a combined $2.17 million. That includes $2 million for Upper Iowa Beef to increase cattle harvesting and local procurement.
Wahoo Locker in Nebraska will also receive $250,000.
The funding is part of USDA's previously announced $57 million Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program.
REFERENCE: https://www.dvbeefwire.com/u-s-cattle-report
U.S. Corn Harvest Reaches 74% Complete
USDA reports the U.S. corn harvest was 74% complete as of Sunday, November 1.
That's up 14 percentage points from the previous week, but still three points behind the five-year average.
Several major producing states remain behind schedule.
Iowa was 66% complete, compared to its five-year average of 79%.
South Dakota was 63% harvested, 12 points behind average.
Nebraska was 66% complete, compared to its average of 75%.
Minnesota reached 82% complete, just three points behind average.
Illinois was ahead of schedule at 86% complete, compared to its five-year average of 83%.
REFERENCE: https://www.dvbeefwire.com/u-s-cattle-report
Bull & Heifer Sale Dates & Deadlines
November 7: Jungels Shorthorn Farm, Elite Heifer Sale, Kathryn, North Dakota
November 13: Jorgensen Land & Cattle Arcadia Stockyards Sale, Arcadia, Florida
November 13: Keller Broken Heart Ranch Female Sale, Mandan, North Dakota
November 14: Six Mile Ranch Red Angus Production Sale, Fir Mountain, Saskatchewan
November 14: JYJ Red Angus Production Sale, Columbia, Alabama
December 9: Gill Red Angus, Timber Lake, South Dakota
December 22: Mar Mac Farms Dispersal Sale, Brandon, Manitoba
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
Have questions or feedback? Feel free to reach out via:
Call/Text: 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Email: RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
Follow us: Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
YouTube: Subscribe to Ranch It Up Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/RanchItUp
Catch all episodes of the Ranch It Up Podcast available on all major podcasting platforms.
Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
EquineMarket.Com: https://www.equinemarket.com/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com
LivestockMarket.Com: https://www.livestockmarket.com/
RanchChannel.Com: https://ranchchannel.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Sire Buyer: https://www.sirebuyer.com/
Superior Livestock: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Nov 8, 2026
27 min

Nov 6, 2026
Nov 6, 2026
3 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Feeder Cattle Sale Prices Decline
National steer prices were lower Monday compared to a week ago in five of the six weight groups.
The biggest drop came in 6-weight steers, falling $19.44 to an average of $383.03 per hundredweight. Five-weights dropped $14.09 to $436.11.
Nine-weights were down $10.59, averaging $315.49, while 8-weights fell $8.98 to $332.47. Seven-weights declined $8.50 to $352.76.
The only group to move higher was 10-weight steers, gaining $4.19 to average $302.33.
Five-weight steers made up 37% of all steer receipts, while 6-weights accounted for another 23%. Combined, those two weight groups represented 60% of Monday's total steer sales.
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar. Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
https://jorgensenfarms.com/
@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
https://ranchchannel.com/
@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
Call or Text your questions, or comments to 707-RANCH20 or 707-726-2420
Or email RanchItUpShow@gmail.com
FOLLOW Facebook/Instagram: @RanchItUpShow
SUBSCRIBE to the Ranch It Up YouTube Channel: @ranchitup
Website: RanchItUpShow.com
https://ranchitupshow.com/
The Ranch It Up Podcast is available on ALL podcasting apps.
https://ranchitup.podbean.com/
Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Nov 6, 2026
3 min

Nov 1, 2026
Nov 1, 2026
27 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff “Tigger” Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they hear how to feed hay that is high in nitrates. Dilution is the solution. Plus, some of the best seedstock outfits are hiring, they have the career opportunity details, the latest news from cow country and lots more wrapped in this new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show. This Saturday at 1:30 Pm eastern time, right here Rural Radio Channel 143 or the Sirius XM App.
Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Feed Cattle High Nitrate Hay With Caution
Nitrate toxicity in hay occurs when ruminants like cattle and sheep consume forages containing accumulated nitrates, which rumen microbes convert into toxic nitrites that block oxygen transport in the blood. Hear the latest recommendations from the professionals with Purina Animal Nutrition.
Beef Cattle News
USDA Adds New Regional Cash Cattle Market Report
The USDA launched a new regional cash cattle report aimed at improving price transparency for cattle producers.
On Monday, the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service started publishing a report covering negotiated cash cattle prices in Colorado, Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and Kansas.
The report will combine existing market data, meaning meatpackers will not have to submit any additional information.
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association says the change will provide producers with more market information while helping address confidentiality concerns.
The move comes as negotiated cash cattle sales have declined significantly. According to the USDA, cash purchases accounted for more than 50% of cattle transactions in 2005, but fell below 18% in 2025.
Negotiated cash prices are important because they help establish benchmarks used in many formula-based cattle contracts.
The new report will be included in the USDA’s afternoon market reports. Producers can find additional information through the USDA Market News website and mobile app.
REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/ranchers-weigh-in-on-usdas-cattle-price-report/
New World Screwworm Cases Surge in New Mexico and Texas, Triggering Livestock Restrictions
After a relatively quiet period in August and September, New World screwworm cases are increasing again, raising concerns for cattle producers in New Mexico and Texas.
Twelve active livestock cases have been reported during the second half of October, with most in New Mexico. Two additional cases were reported in Hudspeth County, Texas, which borders Mexico to the south and New Mexico to the north.
Since the first cases were reported on June third, Texas and New Mexico have recorded 65 livestock cases, one wildlife case, and one trapped fly case. Fourteen of those cases have been reported in October.
In New Mexico, three recent infections involving a calf and a horse in Grant County and a cow in Otero County have prompted officials to designate large areas along the southern border as infested zones. Ranchers must receive authorization from the state Livestock Board before moving cattle out of these restricted areas.
An elk case reported in Otero County last week is now classified as inactive.
New World screwworm is a parasitic fly whose larvae feed on living tissue and can cause serious injuries or death in livestock.
State Veterinarian Samantha Holeck says officials are working with state and federal partners to investigate cases and increase surveillance. She warns that colder weather may slow the parasite's spread, but will not eliminate the threat.
Meanwhile, the USDA is moving forward with a phased reopening of border ports. The Columbus, New Mexico, port is scheduled to resume accepting cattle imports from Mexico on October 26, while the Santa Teresa port is scheduled to resume accepting horse imports on the same date.
The two ports previously handled approximately one-third of U.S. cattle imports before being closed because of screwworm concerns. Federal officials say additional ports could reopen if disease conditions, inspections, and infrastructure support safe trade.
REFERENCE: https://www.oklahomafarmreport.com/2026/10/25/an-october-surprise-new-world-screwworm-cases-jump-to-12-active-cases-mainly-in-new-mexico/
https://sourcenm.com/2026/10/22/much-of-southern-new-mexico-a-designated-screwworm-infested-zone-as-usda-reopens-some-cattle-imports/
Walmart’s Growing Beef Business Raises Concerns About Rancher Independence
R-CALF USA CEO Bill Bullard is warning that Walmart’s growing influence in the cattle and beef industries could threaten rancher independence.
Walmart is expanding its reach across the beef supply chain, from cattle genetics and feeding to processing and packaging. The company has partnered with several beef industry businesses and invested in Sustainable Beef, a Nebraska-based processing company. In 2025, Walmart also opened its own beef cutting and packaging facility in Kansas.
Bullard says this expansion raises three major concerns: fewer markets for cattle producers, less competition when setting cattle prices, and more control over how ranchers raise their livestock.
He warns that when producers depend too heavily on one buyer, they can lose bargaining power and the freedom to choose where they sell their cattle.
Bullard acknowledges that new processing facilities can create competition and better opportunities for ranchers. However, he says the industry needs more independent buyers, stronger negotiated cattle markets, and meaningful competition at every stage of beef production.
He is urging federal regulators to examine Walmart’s ownership interests, purchasing agreements, and supplier contracts to ensure competition remains strong and cattle producers maintain control over their businesses.
REFERENCE: https://www.nationalbeefwire.com/bullard-walmart-s-beef-empire-threatens-rancher-independence
North Dakota Cattle Broker Pleads Guilty In Agridime Case
A North Dakota cattle broker has pleaded guilty in a case tied to the Agridime cattle fraud investigation.
Taylor Bang of Killdeer pleaded guilty September 9th, 2026 to conspiracy to commit wire fraud in federal court in Texas. He is scheduled to be sentenced January 7th, 2027 and could face up to five years in prison, along with fines and restitution.
Following the guilty plea, the North Dakota Department of Agriculture ordered Taylor Bang Cattle Sales to stop all livestock-related sales and revoked Bang’s livestock dealer license.
Bang was one of five people charged in the Agridime investigation. A federal judge ruled in 2024 that Agridime operated as a Ponzi scheme, using money from new investors to pay earlier investors.
The company sold cattle and frozen beef to consumers, but eventually stopped making payments to investors and cattle producers. Court records say Agridime owed investors about 220 million dollars, including an estimated 40 million dollars to North Dakota investors.
Bang has denied knowingly taking part in a Ponzi scheme. Prosecutors allege he helped conceal transactions, falsified cattle records and provided investors with false information.
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Bull & Heifer Sale Dates & Deadlines
October 30: Wasem Red Angus Heifer Sale, Online Only
October 31: Plyler & Son, Charolais, Simmental & SimAngus, Magnolia, Arkansas
November 7: Jungels Shorthorn Farm, Elite Heifer Sale, Kathryn, North Dakota
November 13: Jorgensen Land & Cattle Arcadia Stockyards Sale, Arcadia, Florida
November 13: Keller Broken Heart Ranch Female Sale, Mandan, North Dakota
November 14: Six Mile Ranch Red Angus Production Sale, Fir Mountain, Saskatchewan
November 14: JYJ Red Angus Production Sale, Columbia, Alabama
December 9: Gill Red Angus, Timber Lake, South Dakota
December 22: Mar Mac Farms Dispersal Sale, Brandon, Manitoba
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Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
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Nov 1, 2026
27 min

Oct 30, 2026
Oct 30, 2026
3 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Implants Can Lead to Weight Gain In Calves
Beef producers can improve calf performance and profitability by combining strong genetics, proper nutrition, and approved growth implants.
Brandon Nuttelman, a nutritionist with Merck Animal Health, says genetic improvements have helped boost beef quality significantly. Twenty years ago, about half of fed cattle graded Choice, and only three to four percent graded Prime. Today, 75% or more grade Choice, while 10 to 12% grade Prime.
Researchers say implants can help cattle reach their growth potential. Calves receiving an approved implant during the suckling phase average about 23 pounds heavier at weaning than calves that are not implanted. Calves with stronger genetic potential for growth may see even greater benefits.
With implants costing around two dollars, researchers say the added weight can provide a strong return on investment.
However, genetics and implants are only part of the equation. Proper nutrition and good animal health are essential for calves to achieve their full growth potential.
Producers are encouraged to work with their veterinarian or nutritionist to develop an implant program suited to their cattle and production goals.
REFERENCE: https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/producers/cattle/cattle-insights/beef/beef-calf-implants-impact-at-branding
https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/producers/cattle/cattle-insights/beef/what-additional-benefits-should-i-expect-from-giving-calves-an-implant-and-a-parasiticide-at-turnout/
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Oct 30, 2026
3 min

Oct 25, 2026
Ideal Mature Cow Size: Too Big Or Too Small
Oct 25, 2026
Oct 25, 2026
27 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff “Tigger” Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as they explore what determines the ideal mature cow size. Is she too big or too small? Plus, the latest feeder cattle sales reports, upcoming production sales, and lots more are wrapped into this new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Mature Cow Size Depends On The Environment
Bryan Gill of Gill Red Angus says there are many factors that determine determining your operation’s ideal mature cow size. Environment is the largest component, and many factors go into exactly what environment means.
Bull & Heifer Sale Dates & Deadlines
October 26: Heartland Cattle Company Simmental & SimAngus Show Heifers, Online Only
October 29: Jorgensen Land & Cattle Jordan Livestock Auction, San Saba, TX
October 30: Birch Creek Angus Production Sale, Ruby Valley, Nevada
October 30: Wasem Red Angus Heifer Sale, Online Only
October 31: Plyler & Son, Charolais, Simmental & SimAngus, Magnolia, Arkansas
November 7: Jungels Shorthorn Farm, Elite Heifer Sale, Kathryn, North Dakota
November 13: Jorgensen Land & Cattle Arcadia Stockyards Sale, Arcadia, Florida
November 13: Keller Broken Heart Ranch Female Sale, Mandan, North Dakota
November 14: Six Mile Ranch Red Angus Production Sale, Fir Mountain, Saskatchewan
November 14: JYJ Red Angus Production Sale, Columbia, Alabama
December 9: Gill Red Angus, Timber Lake, South Dakota
December 22: Mar Mac Farms Dispersal Sale, Brandon, Manitoba
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Bryan Gill – Gill Red Angushttps://gillredangus.com/
Follow on Facebook: @redangusbulls
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Industry References, Partners and Resources
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American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
EquineMarket.Com: https://www.equinemarket.com/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com
LivestockMarket.Com: https://www.livestockmarket.com/
RanchChannel.Com: https://ranchchannel.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Sire Buyer: https://www.sirebuyer.com/
Superior Livestock: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Oct 25, 2026
27 min

Oct 23, 2026
Oct 23, 2026
3 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
USDA Proposes Change to Beef and Lamb Import Rules
The USDA is proposing a change to temperature requirements for certain imported beef and lamb products from regions affected by foot-and-mouth disease.
The proposal would lower the minimum maturation temperature for fresh, boneless beef and lamb from 4 degrees Celsius to 2 degrees Celsius. That would bring U.S. requirements in line with international animal health guidelines.
Under current rules, eligible meat must mature for at least 24 hours as part of safeguards designed to prevent animal diseases from entering the United States.
The proposal would keep that 24-hour requirement and all other disease prevention measures in place.
USDA says the change would not expand market access, increase disease risks, or affect current trade volumes. The agency also expects no significant economic impact on small businesses.
The proposal was scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on October 20, with a 60-day public comment period ending December 21.
REFERENCE: https://meatingplace.com/usda-proposes-changes-to-rules-for-imported-beef-lamb/
USDA Reopens Another New Mexico Port for Mexican Cattle
The USDA says the Columbus, New Mexico, port of entry will reopen October 26 for imports of Mexican cattle.
The move follows the reopening of crossings in Douglas, Arizona, and Santa Teresa, New Mexico.
Cattle imports have been suspended since May 2025 because of the spread of New World screwworm.
However, the reopening comes as concern grows, with new screwworm cases confirmed in a calf and a horse in southwestern New Mexico. Animal health officials are increasing fly trapping and surveillance to help control the pest.
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
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Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
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Oct 23, 2026
3 min

Oct 18, 2026
Oct 18, 2026
27 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show! Join Jeff “Tigger” Erhardt, Rebecca Wanner AKA BEC and their crew as we hear about a 4-year guarantee on breeding bulls. That is Birch Creek Angus. Hear their story. Plus, news, upcoming sales and lots more wrapped in this new episode of the Ranch It Up Radio Show. Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Season 6, EPISODE 311
Birch Creek Angus 4-Year Bull Guarantee | Bull Fertility, Soundness & Breeding Assurance
At Birch Creek Angus, we stand behind the quality and longevity of our Angus breeding bulls with a comprehensive 4-Year Bull Guarantee. We understand that purchasing a herd sire is a significant genetic investment in your cowherd, and we are committed to helping cattle producers protect that investment.
Our bull guarantee covers qualifying issues related to feet, structural soundness, fertility, and certain accidental injuries beyond the buyer’s control. This guarantee is designed for bulls used in standard beef cattle breeding programs under normal management conditions.
Birch Creek Angus 4-Year Bull Guarantee Terms
Our guarantee provides a declining credit based on the bull’s age and breeding season, beginning on the date of purchase.
Year 1 – 100% Guarantee: From the date of purchase through 60 days into the first breeding season.
Year 2 – 75% Credit: Begins after the first 60 days of the first breeding season and continues until the first day of the second breeding season.
Year 3 – 50% Credit: Begins on the first day of turnout for the second breeding season and continues until the first day of turnout for the third breeding season.
Year 4 – 25% Credit: Begins on the first day of the third breeding season and covers the following 60 days. The guarantee terminates at the end of this period.
Bull Guarantee Requirements and Exclusions
To maintain the integrity of our Angus bull guarantee, the following terms and conditions apply:
Original Purchaser Only: The guarantee applies exclusively to the original purchaser and is not transferable.
Proper Bull Management: The purchaser is responsible for the proper care, feeding, nutrition, and management of the bull. Adequate nutrition and responsible herd management are essential to bull longevity and breeding performance. Birch Creek Angus reserves the right to deny a credit if inadequate feeding, improper maintenance, or owner negligence is discovered.
Reporting Injuries or Issues: The original purchaser must contact Birch Creek Angus within seven days of discovering an injury, fertility concern, structural issue, or other potential claim. We ask that you notify us as soon as possible so we can work with you to address the situation.
Bull Mortality and Veterinary Examination: In the event of a bull’s death, the original purchaser must notify Birch Creek Angus within seven days and immediately arrange for a licensed veterinarian to perform a postmortem examination.
Excluded Events: The guarantee does not cover natural disasters or acts of God, including earthquakes, fires, and floods. Bulls struck by vehicles on public roads are also excluded, as these incidents may be covered by the motorist’s insurance.
Our Commitment to Your Angus Bull Investment
At Birch Creek Angus, we believe a breeding bull should deliver lasting value through soundness, fertility, and dependable performance. Our four-year guarantee reflects our commitment to our customers and the long-term success of their cowherds.
If you experience a problem with a Birch Creek Angus bull, please contact us promptly. We want to be the first to know about any concerns and work with the original purchaser to determine whether the issue qualifies under the terms of our guarantee.
Contact Birch Creek Angus for questions about our 4-year bull guarantee, qualifying claims, and the terms protecting your Angus breeding bull investment.
View the Birch Creek Angus Sale Offering HERE
Bull & Heifer Sale Dates & Deadlines
October 2: Prairie View Farms Fall Production Sale, Gridley, Illinois
October 26: Heartland Cattle Company Simmental & SimAngus Show Heifers, Online Only
October 29: Jorgensen Land & Cattle Jordan Livestock Auction, San Saba, TX
October 30: Birch Creek Angus Production Sale, Ruby Valley, Nevada
October 30: Wasem Red Angus Heifer Sale, Online Only
October 31: Plyler & Son, Charolais, Simmental & SimAngus, Magnolia, Arkansas
November 7: Jungels Shorthorn Farm, Elite Heifer Sale, Kathryn, North Dakota
November 13: Jorgensen Land & Cattle Arcadia Stockyards Sale, Arcadia, Florida
November 13: Keller Broken Heart Ranch Female Sale, Mandan, North Dakota
November 14: Six Mile Ranch Red Angus Production Sale, Fir Mountain, Saskatchewan
November 14: JYJ Red Angus Production Sale, Columbia, Alabama
December 9: Gill Red Angus, Timber Lake, South Dakota
December 22: Mar Mac Farms Dispersal Sale, Brandon, Manitoba
Featured Experts in the Cattle Industry
Logan Sampson – Birch Creek Angushttps://www.birchcreekangus.com/
Follow on Facebook: @rubyvalleybulls
Aaron Tenney – Birch Creek Angushttps://www.birchcreekangus.com/
Follow on Facebook: @rubyvalleybulls
Shaye Wanner – Host of Casual Cattle Conversationhttps://www.casualcattleconversations.com/Follow on Facebook: @cattleconvos
Contact Us with Questions or Concerns
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Discover the Heart of Rural America with Tigger & BEC
Ranching, farming, and the Western lifestyle are at the heart of everything we do. Tigger & BEC bring you exclusive insights from the world of working ranches, cattle farming, and sustainable beef production.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner (BEC) and their mission to promote the Western way of life at Tigger and BEC.
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Industry References, Partners and Resources
For additional information on industry trends, products, and services, check out these trusted resources:
American Gelbvieh Association: https://gelbvieh.org/
EquineMarket.Com: https://www.equinemarket.com/
Imogene Ingredients: https://www.imogeneingredients.com/
Jorgensen Land & Cattle: https://jorgensenfarms.com
LivestockMarket.Com: https://www.livestockmarket.com/
RanchChannel.Com: https://ranchchannel.com/
RFD-TV: https://www.rfdtv.com/
Rural Radio Network: https://www.ruralradio147.com/
Sire Buyer: https://www.sirebuyer.com/
Superior Livestock: https://superiorlivestock.com/
Westway Feed Products: https://westwayfeed.com/
Wrangler: https://www.wrangler.com/
Oct 18, 2026
27 min

Oct 16, 2026
Brazilian Beef Imports Up From Last Year
Oct 16, 2026
Oct 16, 2026
3 min
It’s the Ranch It Up Radio Show Herd It Here Weekly Report! A 3-minute look at cattle markets, reports, news info, or anything that has to do with those of us who live at the end of dirt roads. Join Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt, the Boss Lady Rebecca Wanner aka 'BEC' by subscribing on your favorite podcasting app or on the Ranch It Up Radio Show YouTube Channel.
Brazilian Beef Exports To The U.S. Surge
According to The Rio Times, Brazilian beef exports to the United States surged 524% in September 2026, reaching $263.5 million compared to $42.2 million a year earlier. Brazil shipped 44,435 metric tons of fresh, chilled and frozen beef to the U.S., up from 7,852 metric tons in September 2025, making the United States the largest buyer of Brazilian beef for the month.
The increase followed President Donald Trump's August 26 proclamation expanding the 2026 U.S. import quota for lean beef trimmings by 300,000 metric tons, with 100,000 metric tons becoming available each month beginning September 1. The additional quota allows countries including Brazil and Paraguay to ship qualifying beef into the U.S. at substantially reduced tariffs, as the administration seeks to lower ground beef prices amid tight domestic cattle supplies.
Through the first nine months of 2026, Brazilian beef exports to the U.S. totaled $1.72 billion, up 82.9% from the same period last year, while shipment volumes climbed from approximately 183,000 to 285,000 metric tons.
Upcoming Feeder Cattle, Bull & Cow Sales On RanchChannel.Com
Lots of feeder cattle, steers & heifers, bulls, and cow sales coming up on the RanchChannel.Com sale calendar. Check out the full line up HERE.
SPONSORS
Jorgensen Land & Cattle
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@JorLandCat
Ranch Channel
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@RanchChannel
Questions & Concerns From The Field?
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Rural America is center-stage on this outfit.
AND how is that? Because of Tigger & BEC... Live This Western Lifestyle.
Tigger & BEC represent the Working Ranch world by providing the cowboys, cowgirls, beef cattle producers & successful farmers the knowledge and education needed to bring high-quality beef & meat to your table for dinner.
Learn more about Jeff 'Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca Wanner aka BEC here: TiggerandBEC.com
https://tiggerandbec.com/
Oct 16, 2026
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